Amputation Rehabilitation, An Issue of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinics of North America (eBook)

In this issue of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinics, guest editors Drs. Alex Donaghy and Alberto Miranda bring their considerable expertise to the topic of Amputee Rehabilitation. Focusing on advancements and innovations in the field, this issue presents evidence-based reviews and clinical insights from physicians, therapists, and prosthetist/orthotists practicing in a variety of clinical settings. Through these expert perspectives, readers will gain insight into promoting better rehabilitation outcomes and fostering a more inclusive and supportive society for those with limb deficiency. - Contains 16 relevant, practice-oriented topics including the physiatrist's approach to limb loss: from pre-amputation to home; new and emerging techniques in amputation surgery; pain after amputation; health care disparities in limb loss rehabilitation; emerging technology: new concepts in prosthetic design and application; and more. - Provides in-depth clinical reviews on amputee rehabilitation, offering actionable insights for clinical practice. - Presents the latest information on this timely, focused topic under the leadership of experienced editors in the field. Authors synthesize and distill the latest research and practice guidelines to create clinically significant, topic-based reviews.